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Trend Alert: Severe Spikes

FabSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:50:22 -0700

Ouch! Severe spikes are my latest accessory crush. They're a step above studded jewelry, and the dangerous daggers provide attitude for days. No doubt, these adornments aren't for the faint-hearted. Then again, doesn't every girl have one badass bone in her body? This Guess Rock Rolla Mesh Spike Bracelet looks like it costs a pretty penny, but it's actually only $35. I'll take it.

Celebrity Style: Julia Stegner

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:00:22 -0700

German model Julia Stegner made an appearance at Berlin Fashion Week, and what a memorable appearance it was. We've seen ivory blazers before, but she spiced her version up with striped cropped pants with a sheen and Stella McCartney mesh sandals. Dagger and cross necklaces are the ideal accessories; they lend shine and a hint of bad ass. And I love the way she has her shagadelic hair flipped to the side a la surfer girl. Perfection all around.

Diane von Furstenberg Felt Blazer - $450.00	Fab Basic Scoop Neck Tee - $3.50
City Style Silky Pleated Ankle Pants - $39.89	Max Kibardin Lace Sandals - $850.00
Stephen Webster Diamond & Sterling Silver Necklace - $795.00	Cross Light Amethyst Pendant - $90.00
Fallon Jewelry - $108.00	Stackable Rings - $4.00

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Celebrity Style: Rihanna

FabSugar — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:45:22 -0700

Rihanna paid a visit to Carol's Daughter Hand and Foot Spa in NYC, but looked more like a girl ready to party. A long black Preen blazer with bold shoulders covers up her pewter gray drape A.L.C. dress - what a stunning color, it matches her eyeliner. Her chunky chain necklace keeps her rough while peep-toe polka-dot pumps make her sweet. As for her pompadour hairstyle, you be the judge.

Preen Hawk wool blazer - $935.00	A.L.C. Twisty Dress - Slate Grey - $275.00
Fallon Mixed Chain Necklace - $210.00	LE SILLA High-heeled sandals - $325.00
Pearl Stud Earring - $14.50	City Bright Pave Cluster Ring - $12.99
Lodis Cobra Clutch Wallet - $125.00

Go to CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

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Trend Alert: Tassel and Fringe Bracelets

FabSugar — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 04:00:08 -0700

A recent trip to the SF-exclusive Banana Republic Edition accessories store had me ogling the latest and greatest in jewelry: tassel and fringe bracelets. There was a lot to swoon over, but this newest style really caught my eye. We've seen tassel necklaces before but these bracelets deserve their own category. They're half punk, half deco, all fabulous.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Thu, 21 May 2009 12:00:22 -0700

Chanel Fall 2009: Paris-Moscow - Bag Snob
H&M has 50 percent off for friends and family! - Nitrolicious
Former Lagerfeld assistant tells all about Karl's "narcissistic" habits, alleged tax debt - Fashionologie
Burberry goes back to basics - WSJ
Five cheap Summer flip-flops - The Huffington Post
The obsession continues: Gossip Girl clothes aplenty - Lucky magazine
Yigal's good and green - Fashionista
Yea, nay, or eh: Alexis Mabille’s double vision - Style File
Marc Jacobs safety pin clutch - Purse Blog
A glorious showing - The Daily Chic Report
Rock steady: Falling for Fallon's Spring collection - Teen Vogue Blog

Glitterati: Fallon

FabSugar — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:00:22 -0700

Jewelry designer Dana Lorenz decided to start Fallon as a result of the success she had with her main line, Fenton. You know, the one Stephanie Seymour teamed up with. What I particularly fancy about this youthful line is that it has rough designs for hardcore chicks (spikes, chains, studs) and colorful jeweled pieces for those who seek pretty. Barneys currently carries its Spring line, priced from $165 to $285. My feminine and tough sides are both smitten.

To see more from Fallon, read more.

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Fallon XL Machine Age Spiked Bangle: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:00:22 -0700

Is this a deadly weapon or jewelry I'm looking at? Both! This Fallon XL Machine Age Spiked Bangle ($285) looks like it could seriously hurt its user and people around it. Still, it's weirdly cool. What do you think?

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Glitterati: Fallon

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:40:41 -0700

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Fallon and Fenton

FabSugar — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:51:40 -0800

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Fab Blab: Stephanie Seymour and Fenton Talk Jewels

FabSugar — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:00:22 -0800

Isn't it grand when two fashion folks get together and pick each others' brains? One of my Super favorites, Stephanie Seymour, interviewed the designer of jewelry line Fenton for Interview magazine. Seeing as how statement jewelry - especially cool, mixed material jewelry - has dazzled its way into our lives this year, I'm sure you won't mind hearing all about what the designer, Dana Lorenz, has to say. Here are the highlights from Stephanie's Interview interview, jinx:

If Dana weren't a jewelry designer she would . . . "My friends and I always laugh that maybe we'll leave it all behind and go open a Holistic Dog Spa or make organic soaps in Vermont, but to be successful at it. Like Diane Keaton in Baby Boom."
Favorite celebrities to dress. "Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton are always surprising and refreshing to see."

For some more, and to see a couple more Fab Fallon and Fenton pieces, read more

The designer's favorite materials to use. "Solid brass is great because of its weight and wear and value. I'm trying to plate a lot less because of the impact on the environment so we are working with heat and natural ways to tarnish and oxidize metal. I found a great source for vintage lucite and crystals from Germany who keeps an eye out for me. If I like what she's pulled I buy the whole lot - using up surplus materials that already exist in the world. It's the only way I feel good about achieving a look that's 'excess' without being excessive."
Her realization she was a successful jewelry designer. "Being asked to design necklaces for Proenza Schouler, getting a call from Anna Wintour's office about sending up items for xmas gifts . . . being interviewed by you for Interview!"

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Spike Bracelet - $32.00	Stephen Webster Dagger Fringe Hoop Earrings - $325.00
Ben-Amun Double Row Spike Necklace - $270.00	UO Dagger Necklace - $38.00
Ben-Amun Short Spike Earrings - $95.00	Elizabeth And James Dagger Charm Bracelet - $375.00
Flutter By Jill Golden Albert Earrings - $185.00	DIY Anni Albers Bobby Pin Necklace Jewelry Kit - $14.00
Amy DiGregorio Gloucester Street Earrings - $117.00	Kettle Black Triple Wrap Bracelet - $95.00
Fallon Jewelry - $188.00	Rock Rolla Mesh Spike Bracelet - $35.00

Bee Charming Intelligence Inspiration Bracelet - $44.00	Bop Bijoux Fringe Bracelet - $168.00
Heart And Tassel Mixed Chain Bracelet - $29.50	Jacquie Aiche Braided Silk Wrap Bracelet - $210.00
W/A Studios Grand Treasure Bracelet - $88.00	Candace Ang Inc. Long Tassel Bracelet, Black - $128.00
Fallon Jewelry Slater Bolo Bracelet - $88.00	Bop Bijoux Multi Beaded Tassel Bracelet - $100.00
Good Charma Women's Gunmetal Beaded Bracelet Set with Gold Mini Charms, Set of 3 - $235.00	Sid Vintage Jewelry Multi Chain & Coral Bracelet - $210.00
Kettle Black Triple Wrap Bracelet - $95.00	Sid Vintage Jewelry Tassel Bracelet - $198.00